Welcome to Dr Phil’s surgery, where he explores the frontline of UK medicine. Life-affirming stories of commitment, bravery, skill, error, heartache, humour and love. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Public health visionary Dr John Ashton
29 minutes
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Phil Hammond's guest this week is the leading public health expert John Ashton. John explains what drives him to work for healthier lives and communities. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
President of the Royal College of GPs, Dame Clare Gerada
28 minutes
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Dr Phil Hammond brings his unique perspective as a doctor, investigative journalist and comedian to a podcast from the front line of UK medicine. This week - Dame Clare Gerada. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
End of life specialist Dr Rachel Clarke
29 minutes
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The inside track on medical lives, presented by Dr Phil Hammond. This week's guest is former documentary maker, and now palliative care specialist, Dr Rachel Clarke. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Psychiatrist, comedian and author Dr Benji Waterhouse
28 minutes
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Dr Phil Hammond discusses mental health issues and their treatment with psychiatrist, author and comedian Dr Benji Waterhouse. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Professor Stephen Westaby
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
The inside track on medical lives, presented by Dr Phil Hammond. This week's guest is the surgeon Steve Westaby, nicknamed "Jaws" for his ability to quickly remove a limb. Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Dr Caroline Rance
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
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The inside track on medical lives, presented by Dr Phil Hammond. This week Dr Phil meets Dr Caroline Rance, who he dubs "the happiest GP in the country". Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Peter Greenhouse
29 minutes
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Dr Phil Hammond talks frankly about sexual health with leading consultant, Peter Greenhouse. The programme includes discussion of sexual behaviour and sexually transmitted disease Show more
Doctor, Doctor
Dr Rosie Benneyworth
28 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
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The inside track on medical lives, presented by Dr Phil Hammond. This week Dr Phil meets Dr Rosie Benneyworth, who oversees NHS England on its safety for patients. Show more